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$324+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona (SBA - KOA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — KOA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Kailua-Kona (KOA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$498
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$324
(KAYAK)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$614
From Santa Barbara to Kona Intl
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:20 amSBA - KOA
2 stops16h 10mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/1210:00 pmKOA - SBA
1 stop18h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$498
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:20 amSBA - KOA
2 stops12h 02mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/137:13 pmKOA - SBA
2 stops21h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$504
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:39 pmSBA - KOA
1 stop28h 51mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/1210:00 pmKOA - SBA
1 stop18h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$506
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/127:19 pmSBA - KOA
1 stop28h 11mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/1210:00 pmKOA - SBA
1 stop18h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$508
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:20 amSBA - KOA
2 stops16h 10mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/810:00 pmKOA - SBA
1 stop18h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$526
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:20 amSBA - KOA
2 stops16h 10mAlaska Airlines
Fri 1/1610:00 pmKOA - SBA
1 stop18h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$528
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:20 amSBA - KOA
2 stops12h 02mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/1410:00 pmKOA - SBA
1 stop18h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$535

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona that are best for you.

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Price

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/11

7:20 am-5:22 pm

2 stops12h 02m

Kona Intl

Tue 1/13

10:00 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$498

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

7:19 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop28h 11m

Kona Intl

Tue 1/13

6:00 pm-6:14 pm

2 stops22h 14m

$504

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/29

7:39 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop28h 51m

Kona Intl

Mon 1/12

10:00 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$506

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/11

7:20 am-9:30 pm

2 stops16h 10m

Kona Intl

Fri 1/16

10:00 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$528

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/12

7:19 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop28h 11m

Kona Intl

Fri 1/16

10:00 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$538

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

7:19 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop28h 11m

Kona Intl

Wed 1/14

7:13 pm-6:14 pm

2 stops21h 01m

$541

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/12

7:19 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop28h 11m

Kona Intl

Wed 1/14

10:00 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$545

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

7:19 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop28h 11m

Kona Intl

Thu 1/15

10:00 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$562

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/12

7:19 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop28h 11m

Kona Intl

Sat 1/10

10:00 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$566

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/11

7:19 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop28h 11m

Kona Intl

Tue 1/6

11:30 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop16h 44m

$601

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona (average of $409). Flying from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kailua-Kona

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kailua-Kona. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kailua-Kona. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona in 12h 02m. Fly via Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2429 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona round-trip?

    Currently priced at $429, United Airlines will fly you from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. United Airlines is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $324 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $327 and United Airlines from $336 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona (average of $409). Flying from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Kailua-Kona. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$429Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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